Colgate's On-Demand Shuttle can be booked by students, employees and guests of departments on University-related business for trips between campus and Syracuse or Utica.
The service offers easy and safe transport to and from the Syracuse Hancock International Airport, the Syracuse Regional Transportation Center, and the Utica Boehlert Transportation Center.
Reservations
Shuttles operate by reservation only.
All Transportation Requests
If you're making a round trip, fill out the form once for departure and once for return, for a total of two submissions.
Reservation Deadline
Submit your request at least two business days in advance, taking into account business hours (8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday). For example, if you need a ride at 1 p.m. on Friday, you will need to send in your request no later than 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. For trips occurring on Saturday, Sunday, or Monday, put in your request no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Fees
All fees will be billed through the TouchNet stores.
Students
- Syracuse Hancock International Airport: $50, one way.
- Syracuse Regional Transportation Center: $50, one way.
- Utica Boehlert Transportation Center: $30, one way.
Employees, and Departmental Guests
- Syracuse Hancock International Airport: $100, one way.
- Syracuse Regional Transportation Center: $100, one way.
- Utica Boehlert Transportation Center: $60, one way.
Shuttle Times
Shuttles operate daily, except on holidays, by reservation only. You must make a reservation to guarantee a shuttle will be available at the transportation center.
Syracuse Airport and Utica Bus/Train Station
To: 3 a.m., 6 a.m., 9 a.m., Noon, 3:00 p.m.
From: 10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m., 6 p.m., 9 p.m., 11:59 p.m.
Utica Bus/Train Station
To: 6:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m.
From: 3 p.m., 6 p.m., 9 p.m.
Pick-up & Drop-off Locations
Off-campus
- Syracuse International Airport: baggage claim area B, near the fuselage display
- Syracuse Regional Transportation Center: outside the front door
- Utica Boehlert Transportation Center: in front of the building, near the bus stop
On-campus
- Frank Dining Hall
- Donovan’s Pub
- ‘65 Arena
- Colgate Bookstore
Policies and Refunds
Refunds will only be given if cancellations are received by email to our office at least 1 business day before the scheduled date of travel.
Cancellations must be sent by email to transportation@colgate.edu. If you miss your departure time or you do not cancel your ride at least 1 business day in advance, you will be charged for the ride.
If our office cannot honor your request, you will be responsible for arranging transportation at your expense.
Transportation for groups of any size must be confirmed with the Transportation Office for scheduling availability. Call 315-228-7709 to talk about group transportation options.
Contact
Transportation Department
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Phone: 315-228-7709
Email: transportation@colgate.edu
For emergencies outside of business hours, contact Campus Safety at 315-228-7911